1.
heroic; valiant
displaying the courage, nobility, or greatness characteristic of a hero; brave and admirable in the face of adversity
英雄的な行動だった。
It was a heroic act.
消防士は英雄的な活躍で人命を救った。
The firefighter saved lives through heroic action.
彼女の英雄的な犠牲は多くの人に感動を与えた。
Her heroic sacrifice moved many people.
戦争映画には英雄的な場面がよく描かれる。
Heroic scenes are often depicted in war movies.
Describes actions, qualities, or people that display the bravery and nobility associated with a hero. Always carries a strongly positive, admiring connotation. Used in both serious and literary contexts.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 英雄的な行動: heroic action
- 英雄的な犠牲: heroic sacrifice
- 英雄的な活躍: heroic achievements
- 英雄的な人物: heroic figure
- 英雄的な最期: heroic death
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 勇敢: brave, courageous — focuses on personal bravery without implying greatness or nobility
- 勇ましい: gallant, spirited — more literary; describes a dashing, spirited quality
- 大胆: bold, daring — emphasizes taking risks, not necessarily with noble purpose
ETYMOLOGY:
Composed of 英雄 (hero) + 的 (adjectival suffix). 英 means outstanding and 雄 means male/heroic.